Light Journal
Stories, behind-the-scenes moments, and creative journeys from nearly two decades of light painting photography.
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18 Years of Light Painting – The Evolution of Dariustwin’s Art
Discover the journey of light painting artist Dariustwin - from his first long-exposure experiment in 2007 to viral skeleton animations, dinosaur fossils, and intricate 3D light figures. Explore 18 years of creative evolution and view iconic works.
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Light Painting under the Northern Lights
Discover rare light painting beneath the Northern Lights during the historic May 10, 2024 solar storm, blending long-exposure art with aurora photography.
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A Year in Light: My Favorite Light Paintings of 2025
Discover my favorite light painting photography from 2025 - travel, creative long exposures, and the images that defined a year in light.
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Behind the Scenes of Viral Light Painting Photography & Animation
Discover how my most viral light painting photos and animations were created - Grinch, skeletons, aliens, and cinematic stories captured over 19 years.
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United by Light: 9 Years of Light Painting Friendship & Collaboration
Explore a rare light painting collaboration between two artists spanning 9 years of creative friendship, culture, and long-exposure artistry on the beach and beyond.
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Light Painting in the Maldives: Tips, Challenges, and Night Sky Magic
Discover what it’s like to photograph and light paint in the Maldives. From seaplane adventures and turquoise waters to the challenges of heat, humidity, and finding dark skies - here’s everything you need to know.
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18 Years of Light Painting – The Evolution of Dariustwin’s Art
Discover the journey of light painting artist Dariustwin - from his first long-exposure experiment in 2007 to viral skeleton animations, dinosaur fossils, and intricate 3D light figures. Explore 18 years of creative evolution and view iconic works.
Read more